A world of life to discover

Explore the Living World. Protect Our Planet.

Discover species, understand ecosystems, explore biodiversity, and learn how conservation can help protect life on Earth.

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Discover biodiversity

Explore the Wonders of Nature

From remarkable wildlife to extraordinary plant life, explore the diversity of species and the habitats that sustain them.

Animal Species

Explore wildlife, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and other animal groups.

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Plants & Fungi

Learn about plant diversity, fungi, habitats, botanical classification, and plant conservation.

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Species Taxonomy

Explore scientific names, classification, species relationships, and biodiversity records.

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Habitats & Ecosystems

Discover forests, wetlands, grasslands, oceans, coral reefs, and other vital ecosystems.

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Protect Endangered Species

Understand threats to wildlife, habitat loss, extinction risks, and practical conservation approaches.

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Climate & Biodiversity

Learn how climate change, pollution, and environmental pressures affect species and ecosystems.

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Species Search & Identification Tools

Use species databases to explore scientific records, discover taxonomic information, and investigate biodiversity.

Species Search

Search species information using the existing iNaturalist search tool.

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Species Taxonomy

Explore taxonomic information and biodiversity records using the existing GBIF search tool.

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Species records and scientific classifications should be verified against their original sources.

Knowledge into action

Understand the Challenges Facing Nature

Biodiversity supports healthy ecosystems and life on Earth. Understanding environmental challenges is an important step toward protecting natural habitats and species.

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Endangered Species

Explore the pressures facing threatened wildlife and the importance of protecting vulnerable populations.

Habitat Preservation

Learn about habitat fragmentation, deforestation, wetland conservation, and ecosystem restoration.

Oceans & Marine Life

Discover coral reef conservation, ocean acidification, sustainable fisheries, and marine biodiversity.

Sustainable Living

Explore sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, green technology, and ways to reduce environmental impacts.

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Explore More Environmental Topics

Browse our environmental subject directory to discover more areas of biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability.

Invasive Species Management Sustainable Agriculture Ecotourism Wildlife Trafficking Environmental Policy Deforestation Ocean Acidification Coral Reef Conservation Rainforest Preservation Species Extinction Renewable Energy Wildlife Rehabilitation Carbon Footprint Reduction Habitat Fragmentation Sustainable Fisheries Water Pollution Air Pollution Plastic Pollution Ecological Footprint Green Technology Wetland Conservation Wildlife Conservation Grants Wildlife Sanctuaries Ecosystem Management

A world of life to discover

Every Species Matters

Explore the natural world, learn about biodiversity, and discover why protecting species and their habitats matters.

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